Health Advocates Network is seeking a Occupational Therapy to work at a Facility in La Salle, IL. This is a registry position with our company.
Pay Rate: $57 / hour
*W2
Shift Details:
- Class: OT Shift: 1 Start: 06: 45: 00 End: 15: 15: 00
Core Benefits:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- State pension or retirement plan (e.G., STRS/TRS)
- Paid time off (sick, personal, holidays, summer breaks)
- Life and disability insurance
Career Development:
- Tuition reimbursement or stipends for advanced degrees
- Professional development and continuing education
- Mentorship for new teachers
Financial Incentives:
- Sign-on bonuses (in high-need areas)
- Student loan forgiveness (e.G., PSLF, TEACH Grant)
- Stipends for extra duties or working with high-needs students
Support & Wellness:
- Mental health and wellness programs
- Access to classroom aides or paraprofessionals
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Work Environment:
- Smaller class sizes
- Collaborative IEP teams
- Union support and collective bargaining
Duties:
- Assessment: Evaluate patients'physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities through observation, interviews, and standardized tests.
- Treatment Planning: Develop personalized therapy plans based on individual needs, goals, and abilities.
- Therapy Sessions: Guide patients through exercises, activities, and adaptive techniques that improve motor skills, strength, coordination, and cognitive function.
- Equipment Recommendations: Suggest adaptive tools, assistive devices, or modifications to the home or workplace to facilitate daily tasks.
- Collaboration: Work closely with other healthcare professionals (e.G., doctors, physical therapists, speech therapists) to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Patient Education: Educate patients and their families on strategies to improve independence, safety, and well-being.
- Progress Monitoring: Track patient progress, adjust treatment plans, and document improvements or setbacks.
- Support: Provide emotional and mental health support to help patients cope with the impact of their condition on daily life.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 1-year previous working experience as a Occupational Therapist
- Ability to build rapport with patients
- Compassionate and caring demeanor
- Familiarity with medical terminology
- CPR card issued by the American Heart Association
- Must have up to date certification in the state of IL
If interested, please apply through this job post. You may fax a copy of your most recent resume to 877-858-6263. If you have any questions, please feel free to call at (800) 928-5561 and ask to speak with Cameron Monday-Friday (08: 30 AM - 05: 00 PM PST).
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